Part 5/8:
Dominance in the Paint and Second-Chance Opportunities
The Knicks also excel in exploiting the painted area, where they shoot 49.3% and rank 5th in the league. While they are not unbeatable, as evidenced by their 14th ranking in efficiency in the restricted area, their ability to create chances around the rim contributes significantly to their overall effectiveness.
An essential aspect of their success is their performance off turnovers and rebounding. The team ranks 3rd in points off turnovers and 4th in rebounding percentage, enabling them to generate second-chance points consistently. Towns and Hart lead the team's offensive rebounding efforts, which yields 14.3 second-chance points per game.